Life Through Claire’s Eyes: Month 2 – 3
Around the time I turned two months old, Mom found out about “diaper-free baby” or “elimination communication”. It means Mom and Dad give me an opportunity to do my “business” on the toilet, rather than in my diaper. I like it. Who wants to poo (or pee) in the diaper if you don’t have to? I don’t like all of Mom and Dad’s ideas, but this one is good.
In the ever-popular eating department, Mom is getting very tired of my frequent and long feeding sessions. So, while my Grand-Maman and Grand-Papa were in town visiting, Mom and Dad began an eat-play-sleep routine with feeds every three hours. A lot of babies do well with it, but I must tell you, I was not buying it. I want to eat every one to two hours. End of discussion. They managed to get me used to the soother, but it’s no replacement for my milk fix. Still, I think my parents appreciate another option for soothing other than either the breastaurant, rocking, shushing, or swaying.
I’ve started to enjoy pulling apart my swaddling blanket, so Mom and Dad have switched to using the sleep sack. I can tolerate it, but it’s not very soothing. So my parents gave in, and now let me sleep on my tummy. The doctor says it’s not “recommended” but they are exhausted, and they know I’m going to be fine. I have pretty good neck strength, and I much prefer sleeping like this. I’m glad they finally figured out what I want. I’ll still sleep for two hour stretches at most, but it’s an improvement. They also put a fan in my room…apparently it makes sleeping less risky too (as long as you don’t believe in “fan death.”)
In the entertainment department, there are a few things I’ve really started to enjoy. Although there’s no sign of any incoming teeth, I have been drooling a lot. I drool so much that Mom puts a bib on me so I don’t soak my clothes. Drooling is quite satisfying. I also love to look in the mirror. There is always a cute baby looking back at me! A few days before I turned three months old I started laughing. The world is pretty humorous and I enjoy being able to laugh about it.
These pictures are great! Her mug shot made me laugh out loud. Thanks for sharing!